325-316 Organisations, Ethics and Society

Entry to this subject is restricted to students who have completed 175 level-1 and level-2 (commerce or non-commerce) points.

This subject critically examines the nature of organisation and the role that organisations play in society by exploring their impact on the people who work in them, the communities that surround them, and the community of which they are a part. This subject will explore ethical issues associated with the impact of organising processes on people in the organisation, such as the impact of new organisational forms, 'strong' cultures, and virtual forms of organising, as well as issues of gender and diversity. The subject will also examine a variety of themes that illustrate the interactions between organisations and diverse stakeholders in the community. Issues of management ethics and corporate responsibility will be important themes in this subject.

A 2-hour end-of-semester examination (60%) and assignments totalling not more than 2500 words (40%).